Strategy & Operations Associate

Beyond Finance; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 80,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

Join Beyond Finance as a Strategy & Operations Associate to help drive impactful projects and enhance operational excellence. Play a vital role in shaping the company's strategy, utilizing your analytical skills and strategic thinking in a dynamic, collaborative environment.

Benefits

Employer contributions for health, dental, and vision

Generous PTO and paid parental leave

401(k) matching program

Career development & training

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years experience in relevant fields.
• Strong grasp of financial fundamentals.
• Advanced analytics and Excel skills required.

Responsibilities

• Lead high-priority projects from assessment to execution.
• Conduct financial and strategic analyses for opportunities.
• Collaborate across departments to implement solutions.

Skills

Strategic thinking

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor's degree

MBA (a plus)

Tools

Excel

Job description

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At Beyond Finance, we've made it our mission to help everyday Americans escape the endless cycle of crippling debt and step into a brighter financial future. Through compassionate, individualized care, a culture focused on compliance and ethics, supportive user-centric technology, and customized financial solutions, we've helped over 700,000 clients on their path to a brighter future.

While we're proud of what we've already accomplished, we're searching for new collaborators to help us get to the next level! If you're looking to join a forward-thinking, rapidly growing organization with helping people as its number one goal, we want to hear from you.

About The Role

Beyond Finance is seeking a driven Strategy & Operations Associate to join our dynamic Strategy & Operations team. Acting as an internal strategy and implementation group, we partner directly with the Executive Team to lead high-impact, cross-functional initiatives. From uncovering insights to driving execution, we play a critical role in shaping the direction of the business.

We're looking for someone who brings strategic thinking, analytical horsepower, and a passion for operational excellence. The ideal candidate thrives in fast-paced environments, enjoys solving complex problems, and is eager to roll up their sleeves to deliver real results.

What You’ll Do

As an Strategy & Operations Associate, you’ll take ownership of high-priority projects from ideation to implementation. Your responsibilities will include:

• Leading end-to-end initiatives focused on new growth opportunities, process improvements, and enhancing the customer experience—from initial assessment through to execution and measurable impact
• Conducting rigorous financial and strategic analyses to identify, prioritize, and evaluate key business opportunities
• Managing a roadmap of operational enhancements that reduce risk, increase efficiency, and unlock new capabilities
• Collaborating across departments and business units to develop and implement impactful solutions
• Building and maintaining operational dashboards and reporting tools to track performance and deliver actionable insights on key metrics and KPIs
• Proactively identifying areas for improvement and driving initiatives that move the needle
  
  

What We’re Looking For

• Bachelor’s degree required; MBA a plus but not required
• 2+ years of experience in management consulting, investment banking, private equity, strategy, or at a high-growth startup
• Proven ability to execute strategic and operational initiatives with measurable results
• Strong grasp of financial and business fundamentals
• Analytical and detail-oriented mindset with a knack for problem-solving
• Advanced Excel skills and experience building financial models
• A proactive, hands-on approach and the flexibility to adapt in a fast-changing environment
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Willingness to travel occasionally
  
  

The base annual salary range is listed below. This role is eligible for additional incentives, including an annual bonus.

Base Salary Range

$80,000—$115,000 USD

Why Join Us?

Benefits

While you make a difference for others, we’ll work to make a difference for you, providing an uplifting, collaborative work environment and benefits that reflect your value to us. For eligible full-time employees, we offer:

• Considerable employer contributions for health, dental, and vision programs
• Generous PTO, paid holidays, and paid parental leave
• 401(k) matching program
• Merit advancement opportunities
• Career development & training
  
  

And finally, our team spirit and culture! We cultivate an environment of community, connection, and belonging across our entire organization.

Beyond Finance does not accept unsolicited resumes from individual recruiters or third-party recruiting agencies in response to job positions. No fee will be paid to their parties who submit unsolicited candidates directly to Beyond Finance employees or the Beyond Finance HR team. No placement fee will be paid to any third party unless such a request has been made by the Beyond HR team.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

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